Veterans Day is a time to recognize the men and women who have served our great country.

For the Gene B. Glick Company, military service also holds a deeply personal connection to our history. From our founder, World War II veteran Eugene “Gene” B. Glick, to the veterans who are part of our team and our communities today, generations of servicemen and women have each carried their own experiences, sacrifices, and memories with them.

This Veterans Day, we are honored to share just a few of their stories.

A Legacy of Service

At Cambridge Square Flint, Property Manager Tina Osborne celebrates a lineage of military service spanning generations. Her father, grandfather, aunts, and uncles also served, and Tina credits the veterans in her family for teaching her the meaning of honor and integrity.

“As a veteran, I know the sacrifices, courage, and commitment behind the uniform. Once a veteran, always a veteran.”

That connection to service is also found among residents throughout Glick communities.

At Windsor Park, longtime resident and U.S. Army veteran Mr. Bill has become a familiar and cherished part of the community. He is known for looking out for his neighbors, lending a helping hand, and bringing joy to the children at community events, sharing treats and familiar stories.

Mr. Bill likes to share his service time memories about the places he traveled to and the experiences he carried back home. Every now and then, you may even hear him speaking German, a reminder of where his military service once took him.

At Cambridge Square Bloomington, Ryan Smiley, Assistant Property Manager, remembers and appreciates veterans every day. Here is an excerpt of the special message he sends in honor of Glick team members and residents who have served:

“Today, we gather to say ‘thank you.’ But words alone can’t cover the weight of what you’ve carried. So, here’s my promise: I will remember, I will speak your names, and I will make sure your service is honored every day, not just on November 11.”

These stories offer just a glimpse of the many experiences of service represented throughout the Glick community.

This Veterans Day, we extend our sincere gratitude to the generations of veterans across our team, our communities, and our great nation.

To all veterans, thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service.